This spinach artichoke dip recipe is a mix of freshly cooked spinach, artichoke hearts and three types of cheese, all baked to golden brown perfection. A classic party snack that always gets rave reviews from family and friends.
You can never go wrong with a hearty dip, whether it’s Mediterranean layered dip, cheesy corn dip, Mexican bean dip, Reuben dip, a sweet cannoli dip or this savory and satisfying spinach and artichoke dip.

Whenever I see spinach artichoke dip on the menu at a restaurant, I have to order it. I’ve since learned to make this snack at home, and I have to say, I think my version is better than what you’d get at a restaurant! It’s the best spinach artichoke dip I’ve ever tasted!
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Spinach Artichoke Dip Ingredients

This recipe contains three types of cheese, sour cream, fresh spinach, artichoke hearts, garlic, salt, pepper and parsley.
How Do You Make Spinach Artichoke Dip?
This dip is a mix of cream cheese, sour cream, cooked spinach, marinated artichoke hearts, minced garlic, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese and seasonings. Mix all of the ingredients together and spread into a baking dish or skillet. The finishing touch is another layer of cheese. Bake your dip until it’s hot and melted, then add a little fresh parsley and serve.

Tips For The Perfect Dip
- The most important part of making this recipe is to remove all the water from your cooked spinach. You can squeeze the spinach between your fingers to remove the liquid, press it in a potato ricer, or wrap the spinach in a few layers of paper towels to wring out all the excess liquid.
- This dip tastes best with jarred marinated artichoke hearts, although canned artichokes packed in water or frozen artichokes can also be used.
- You can assemble this dip up to 8 hours before you plan to serve it. Keep it covered in the fridge until you’re ready to bake the dip in the oven.
- Serve your dip with baguette slices, crostini, pretzel chips, tortilla chips, fresh carrots, cucumber or celery, pita chips or breadsticks. I like to put out an assortment of dipping options. I also offer other hearty appetizers along with my dip such as garlic parmesan wings and crab rangoon.
- You can also make a crock pot version of this dip. Coat a 4 quart crock pot with cooking spray, then spoon in the dip and top with cheese. Cover and cook on low for 2 hours until the cheese is melted and dip is bubbly.
Quick Tip
I prefer to use freshly cooked spinach for this dip. You can use frozen spinach in a pinch, but I find that frozen spinach has a stringy texture. For a richer flavor, cook your spinach in a little melted butter.

Recipe FAQs
This dip will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 4 days. I recommend reheating the pan covered in the oven until warmed through, or you can microwave individual portions.
I don’t recommend freezing this dip as dairy products can curdle or separate when frozen.
My favorite chips to serve with this dip include tortilla chips and pita chips. A sturdy ridge cut potato chip will also work well.
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Flavor Variations
This dip is great as written, but you can add other ingredients to the mix to customize the flavors to your tastes.
- Meat: Feel free to add cooked crumbled bacon, or cooked Italian sausage. Shredded chicken is also a nice choice. You can also do a seafood version with shrimp and crab.
- Vegetables: I sometimes add other vegetables such as sauteed onions, roasted red bell peppers or cooked mushrooms.
- Flavorings: Pump up the flavor with sun dried tomatoes, crushed red pepper flakes, hot sauce, chopped olives, fresh herbs such as dill or basil, or add a topping of buttered breadcrumbs. No sour cream on hand? Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt will also work!
This spinach dip is perfect for parties, game day, or when you’re looking for a hearty snack. People always ask me for the recipe, it’s just that good!
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Spinach Artichoke Dip

Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 8 ounces fresh spinach leaves
- 3/4 cup marinated artichoke hearts coarsely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese divided use
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- sliced bread, crackers and vegetables for serving
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Steam or saute the spinach until wilted. Let cool, then wring out all the excess water. Coarsely chop the spinach.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a small baking dish or skillet with cooking spray.
- Place the cream cheese, sour cream, cooked spinach, artichoke hearts, garlic, salt, pepper, parmesan cheese and 3/4 cup of the mozzarella cheese in a bowl. Stir until well combined.
- Spread the spinach mixture into the prepared dish. Top with remaining shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until dip is bubbly and cheese is melted. Turn the oven to broil and cook for 2-3 more minutes or until cheese starts to brown.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley, then serve immediately with bread, crackers and vegetables.
Notes
- The most important part of making this recipe is to be sure all of the water is removed from your cooked spinach. You can squeeze the spinach between your fingers to remove the liquid, press it in a potato ricer, or wrap the spinach in a few layers of paper towels to wring out all the liquid.
- I prefer to use freshly cooked spinach for this dip. You can use frozen spinach in a pinch, but I find that frozen spinach has a stringier texture.
That looks amazing! I am definitely trying this.
With the big game coming up tomorrow I cannot wait to make one of our favorites! Thank you so much!
This spinach artichoke dip is SO good!! I’m making it for a party tomorrow and I know it’s going to be a hit!
Love that you use fresh spinach and all the cheese. It’s a fabulous dip. Perfect for game day!
Perfect for game day party. Looks so delicious.
Would it be fine to bake this in an 8×8 pan?
Yes that’s fine!
Added some chopped sun-dried tomatoes and a few red pepper flakes. Thanks for sharing
Absolutely excellent dip. Will make it again.
Ooooh oozy, tasty perfection! Love this artichoke dip.
This is my favourite dip. We always make up a big batch for superbowl.
It’s the back of 7 in the morning here and I am still drooling over this!
I love spinach artichoke dip but I usually buy it at the store pre-made. But this tasted so much better than the store bought version!! My family loved it!
Love this spinach dip. Its one of the most requested dips for game day from the guys!
If using frozen artichoke hearts, should I marinate them myself?
I don’t think you need to marinate them in that case, just make sure they’re thawed!
Could this be made in a crockpot?
I think it could work fine I just haven’t tested it this way myself!
I was wondering the same thing! I am traveling to a relative’s house for a gathering tomorrow so I need to make ahead and keep warm on the way. I’ll let you all know how it goes! I mean, with these ingredients, it can’t be bad, right?! Thanks for the recipe, Sara!
Absolutely AMAZING!!! I have also used leftover dip as layers in a chicken lasagna. That turned out to be Amazing as well!!!
Can this dish be frozen
Yes it should work!
Freezing is not recommended as dairy products can curdle or separate when frozen
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This recipe is delicious and easy- just too thick. My husband added water to the re-heat and it was perfect
I made this for โ girlโs nightโ. They loved it!! It was quick, easy, and delicious!!